TRL2604 ASSIGNMENT 1 SEMESTER 2 2023

TRL2604 ASSIGNMENT 1 (ONE)
SEMESTER 2 2023


DUE Tuesday, 22 August 2023
9:00 PM




TRL2604
ASSIGNMENT 1 (ONE)
SEMESTER 2
2023

, TRL2604
SEMESTER 2 2021 Assignment 01
Due date 23 August 2023
Unique number 561860


1. Introduction


Takealot.com, established in June 2011, has emerged as a dominant
force in South Africa's e-commerce landscape (Smith, 2022). With its
expansive infrastructure and a vast delivery network, the company has
set a benchmark in the e-commerce sector. This report delves into the
value chain of Takealot, highlighting the various activities that contribute
to its value creation and delivery process.


2. Identify and Discuss Takealot’s Value Chain


A value chain represents the full range of activities that businesses
undergo to bring a product or service to the end consumer (Porter,
1985). For Takealot, this involves a series of primary and support
activities:


2.1. Primary Activities


Inbound Logistics:


Warehousing: Takealot's strategic warehouse locations ensure efficient
storage and retrieval of products (Johnson & Clark, 2008).